Halifax Nova Scotia Temple

DedicatedReference record

Announced: May 7, 1998
Groundbreaking: October 12, 1998
Dedicated: November 14, 1999

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Overview

Halifax Nova Scotia Temple is in Dartmouth, Nova Scotia, Canada. It was announced on May 7, 1998. Ground was broken on October 12, 1998. It was dedicated on November 14, 1999 by Gordon B. Hinckley.

Reference record. This page shows the verified milestones and measurements currently in our research dataset.

Timeline

May 7, 1998Announced
October 12, 1998GroundbreakingJay E. Jensen
November 4, 1999 – November 7, 1999Public open house
November 14, 1999DedicatedBy Gordon B. Hinckley

9 scheduled maintenance closures are recorded between 2025 and 2027. Closure schedules change; confirm on the official site before visiting.

Architecture & details

Elevation above sea level	209 feet
Height	71 feet
Order of dedication	64th temple dedicated
Ordinance rooms	1 baptistry · 2 instruction · 2 sealing
Site area	2 acres
Floor area	10,700 square feet